Susan Donnelly
About Susan Donnelly
Susan Donnelly is a Senior Software Engineer and Consultant with extensive experience in software development and integration. She has worked at notable companies such as Agere Systems, Lucent Technologies, and AT&T, and has been with Fortna since 2008.
Work at Fortna
Susan Donnelly has been employed at Fortna as a Consultant and Senior Software Engineer since 2008. In her role, she focuses on developing and implementing software solutions that enhance operational efficiency. Her experience includes designing and deploying client-specific projects utilizing a technology platform that features JBoss EAP Application Server, Oracle Glassfish, and Liferay Portal. She has contributed to various projects that require real-time web front-end updates and embedded reporting solutions.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Fortna, Susan Donnelly held several positions in the technology sector. She worked at Agere Systems as a Member of Technical Staff from 1999 to 2002, contributing to various projects in Allentown, PA. Prior to that, she spent four years at Lucent Technologies in Information Systems from 1995 to 1999. Her career began at AT&T, where she served as a Member of Technical Staff from 1988 to 1994, gaining foundational experience in software engineering.
Education and Expertise
Susan Donnelly earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Lehigh University. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in software development and engineering principles. She is proficient in multiple programming languages, including Java, Python, Perl, and C. Additionally, she specializes in integrating open-source solutions into enterprise technology stacks, showcasing her expertise in modern software development practices.
Technical Skills and Projects
Susan Donnelly has implemented a portal solution using Liferay on Glassfish, featuring real-time updates through Ajax Push technology. She is skilled in using various build environments, including Jenkins, Artifactory, Maven, and Ant. Her technical capabilities extend to utilizing the IceFaces/JSF framework for developing portlets and integrating JasperReports Server with Liferay Portal for embedded reporting solutions. She has experience in deploying web-based applications and integrating in-house security systems for Liferay authentication.